W. A. Peete Elementary
 1511 Bellwood Drive Tyler, TX  75701 

 (903) 262-2460  Fax 903 262-2461

CHARACTER EDUCATION PROGRAM . . . The Character Education Program is sponsored by Chik-fil-A is designed to help students treat others right, make smart decisions and maximize their potential.

Did you know that the wildebeest is probably the most determined of all the animals on the earth? It roams the earth in search of rain ripened grass. Escaping from the lion, cheetah, and hyena is a constant challenge.

 The character trait for October is determination. Determination mean deciding it’s worth it to finish what you have started.

Several ways you can demonstrate determination is by:

·         Complete your work on time and in good order

·         Sticking with a hard task until it is completed

·         Setting a good example and encouraging others to complete assignments in good time

·         Reading a book or other materials that requires a significant amount of time commitment

·         Following all the steps required to complete a project or an assignment

Some of the literature suggestions for determination are:

Grades K-2                                                                                             Grades 3-5

The Little Engine That Could… Watty Piper                               So You Want to be President?  Judith George                                      

Salt in His Shoes…Deloris Jordon & Rosalyn Jordon               Sixteen Years in Sixteen Seconds: The Sammy

                                                                                                                                   Lee Story…Paula Yoo